00:00The Japan International Cooperation Agency promised continued support to the country's important infrastructure and development projects.
00:09This was announced by outgoing JICA chief representative to the Philippines, Sakamoto Takema, in his farewell call to President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr.
00:18President Marcos, Jr. thanked Takema for his support in assisting his administration in implementing the new Philippines.
00:28Although the president was saddened by Takema's departure, he promised that his replacement, Baba Takashi, will continue his leadership in the country's development projects.
00:40JICA is one of the Philippines' top strategic development partners,
00:45where for the past six decades, it has been a pillar of the government in the country's development,
00:52including supporting inclusive growth, peace, and prosperity in Mindanao.
